Hi,
My 1993 Catalina 36 is in need of a new engine control panel. I know I can get one from Catalina Direct. However, I also see one made by AC DC Marine in Torrance, CA for Universal engines. It has the benefit of including an Oil Pressure gauge and is about $100 less expensive than the Catalina Direct version. Their tachometer is actually fully digital with an analog display created for ease of viewing. I have included a picture of the panel below. You can get it in black or white. Also, they will install one or two push buttons depending on your need. Does anyone have any experience with this company and their control panel?
Thanks!
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Bob Longo
Transcendent, 1993 Catalina 36 Mk. 1.5, hull 1237
Raleigh, NC
Bob;
That's a good find on that complete panel and looks to be a good price. Of course, if your instruments are still functioning and it's just the face plate you want to replace, we heard that some folks have had a good experience using the local trophy/engraving shop making up a new face plate.
Bill Dolan 1990 Catalina C-36 MKI - Hull #1041 'Williwaw'
Std. Rig, Walk Through, Wing Keel
M35, Oberdorfer Conversion,
Home Waters; Charlotte Harbor & The Gulf Islands of Florida
'You are never out of work if you own a boat'
Hi Will, that info on trophy shops is great and I'll store that away for future use. Unfortunately, I need new instruments and a new faceplate. So I am trying to decide between the Catalina Direct and AC DC Marine approach. I'd love to hear from some folks who have gone the AC DC route.
Thanks!
Bob Longo
Transcendent, 1993 Catalina 36 Mk. 1.5, hull 1237
Raleigh, NC